County of Alameda

Treasurer-Tax Collector Administrator (#0137)

Bargaining Unit: Unrep - General Mgmt (U15)
$57.79-$71.54 Hourly / $4,623.20-$5,723.20 BiWeekly /
$10,016.93-$12,400.27 Monthly / $120,203.20-$148,803.20 Yearly

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DESCRIPTION

Under general direction, to plan, organize and direct the operation of various tax collecting programs and activities of the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office. Interpret property tax laws and their application as set down by the State Controller's Manual and the State Revenue and Taxation Code to employees and the public with a primary emphasis on tax delinquent and tax defaulted properties and a secondary emphasis on the Business License Tax program, as well as performing related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This classification is located in the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office and reports directly to the Chief Deputy Tax Collector. The incumbent will primarily direct and manage programs related to the chapters in the Revenue and Taxation Code Chapters Five (5) through eight (8), including legal interpretation of these chapters and working closely with other county and city agencies, non-profits, county counsel, and other related parties. The incumbent will also be responsible for directing and managing programs related to the licenses of the Business License Tax in the unincorporated area of Alameda County. The incumbent will work with both the Chief Deputy Tax Collector and the Treasurer-Tax Collector in providing outreach to the general public.

This classification is distinguished from the lower-level classification of Collection Supervisor II in that the Treasurer-Tax Collector Administrator has direct policy control with the oversight of the Chief Deputy Tax Collector and/or the Treasurer-Tax Collector over assigned program areas.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

Analyzes various service proposals for the Treasurer-Tax Collector, which includes but is not limited to needs assessment, cost analysis, and revenue forecasting.
Serves as a liaison to the Auditor-Controller’s Office and the Assessor’s Office on matters relating to roll corrections, including maintenance of the database
Reviews changes in state laws to assess the effects of existing policies and procedures. Develops and writes procedures for implementation
Maintains working relationships with federal, state, and local agencies, and elected officials, as well as Alameda County departments, community groups, and private-sector housing developers.
Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and coordinates the acquisition of tax defaulted property by non-profit or government agencies by working directly with other stakeholders, including low-income housing developers. The willingness to engage with these stakeholders to assist them in acquiring properties for the purposes consistent with Chapter 8 and with Alameda County’s 2026 Vision Goals.
Extensively works and understands Chapters Five (5) through Eight (8) of the Revenue and Taxation Code and aligns them with the County’s 2026 Vision Goals.
Understands and uses data analysis in understanding the cause of tax delinquency and the causes of tax default and to gain an understanding in all causes of tax delinquency, including estate probate issues, environmental and toxic substance issues, social service issues, etc.
Understands the County’s Business License Tax ordinance and the ability and willingness to develop outreach programs in the unincorporated areas of Alameda County to business tax licensees, and to align them with the County’s 2026 Vision Goals, including Utility Users Tax (UUT) and Hotel and Lodging Tax (HLT AKA Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)).
With the coordination of the Treasurer-Tax Collector, the Assistant Treasurer, and the Chief Deputy Tax Collector, creates and implements programs, as needed, to serve the taxpayers of Alameda County.
Directly, or through subordinates, works with other Alameda County departments, as well as staff and departments of the unincorporated cities of Alameda County, assisting in any supportive services, shelter and assistance programs for individuals and families and other special needs populations who are experiencing financial hardship.
Prepares content for public outreach and engagement on various programs.
Represents the interests of the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office and Alameda County on internal and community advisory committees, local, state, federal governmental agencies, and community groups, including legislative advocacy if needed.
Supervises the yearly mailing of secured, unsecured, and business license renewals and for the supplemental and escape bills as printed to meet statuary deadlines.
Supervises the Treasurer-Tax Collector Supervisors over the secured/ unsecured, delinquent, tax defaulted units, and the Collection Supervisor II over the business license tax unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER I

Experience:

The equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience as a Treasurer-Tax Collector Supervisor or in an equivalent or higher-level classification in the Alameda County classified service.

OR II

Experience:

The equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience as a Housing Community Development Specialist III in the Alameda County classified service.

OR III

Experience:

The equivalent of four (4) years of full-time, increasingly responsible, recent managerial property tax and collection experience.

OR IV

Education:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in city, regional or urban planning, business administration, economics, public administration, public policy, public health, or political science.

Substitution:

Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

AND

Experience:

The equivalent of four (4) years of recent managerial senior-level experience in strategy or program development and implementation in the public or private sector.

License:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

State and Federal laws and regulations on collection and collection enforcement.
State Revenue and Taxation Code relating to property tax assessments and collections.
Government code of the State of California relating to the duties and responsibilities of local government tax collectors.
Principles and practices of management and systems analysis, public administration, personnel management, and supervision.
State Controllers Reference Manual.
Tax data processing systems.
The incumbent will be required to have knowledge of the delinquent billing process and will supervise staff to ensure compliance of said programs.

Ability to:

Plan, organize and direct complex property tax and collection matters.
Interpret and apply legal administrative concepts to government practices.
Analyze data and situations accurately and adopt effective course of action as needed.
Work with data and data management programs.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with peers, staff, the public, other County departments and agencies, and others that come in contact in the course of work.
Prepare comprehensive reports related to annual Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 reporting and related communication.
Interpret, explain, and apply financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, representatives from other governmental entities, departments, and the public.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

Newspecs: 0137.doc

SG:cs 12/22/10

CSC Date: 1/12/11

DR:cs Revised 4/20/16

CSC Date: 6/8/16

DR:saa Revised 02/14/2023

CSC Date:03/08/2023

DR:saa Revised 06/21/2023

CSC Date:06/28/2023

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Management Paid Leave**
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
1^st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.